Diyaluma Falls
Diyaluma Falls
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ExplorerMaximus
Amsterdam, The Netherlands8 contributions
Dec 2021 • Friends
If you don't want to get scammed 2000 rupee for a 20 min walk to the waterfall then check the location in the attached photos. This place gives free parking (the rest charge) and they have steps that go straight up to the waterfall. Just follow up, wqlk along with barbed wire on right, through a small bit of woods (wear shoes or sandles). You can hear the waterfall on right and you will probably see guides walking with paying tourists along the way... once at the waterfall go left (many ways to plunge pools further up. Please up vote this so other tourists can decide to pay or not pay.
(The place on the photos also has rooms, food, snacks, cold water etc - they are very nice family).
(The place on the photos also has rooms, food, snacks, cold water etc - they are very nice family).
Written December 22, 2021
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mmaltby1
London, UK168 contributions
Feb 2022
This was one of our favourite days in Sri Lanka. Definitely worth a visit.
As others say below, you can go with or without a guide. We had a guide from Ella whose company we really enjoyed, so we went up with him – but you could definitely find your way without a guide if you wanted to, maybe with a wrong turn or two along the way.
We took the short 20-minute walk rather than the 2-hour hike, and didn’t regret it.
The bottom pool is the busiest with tourists – but we found it was only really worth a short stay. The views are beautiful, and this is where everyone gets their photos – but that’s pretty much it.
The second pool, a very short walk away, is good for a swim, and the view of the falls above you is pretty special.
The third pool, directly above the second, and a short 2-3 minute hike up, features an 8m cliff jump. We did it and were perfectly safe – but I wouldn’t do it without being shown by a local guide. There are plenty around the first pool who can show you. We did it a couple of times – every time, my feet hit the bottom of the pool at the end of the jump, but not hard enough to be of any concern – just a surprise first time around!
We then had a lovely time at the top of the third pool, sitting in the sun and relaxing. Well worth a trip.
As others say below, you can go with or without a guide. We had a guide from Ella whose company we really enjoyed, so we went up with him – but you could definitely find your way without a guide if you wanted to, maybe with a wrong turn or two along the way.
We took the short 20-minute walk rather than the 2-hour hike, and didn’t regret it.
The bottom pool is the busiest with tourists – but we found it was only really worth a short stay. The views are beautiful, and this is where everyone gets their photos – but that’s pretty much it.
The second pool, a very short walk away, is good for a swim, and the view of the falls above you is pretty special.
The third pool, directly above the second, and a short 2-3 minute hike up, features an 8m cliff jump. We did it and were perfectly safe – but I wouldn’t do it without being shown by a local guide. There are plenty around the first pool who can show you. We did it a couple of times – every time, my feet hit the bottom of the pool at the end of the jump, but not hard enough to be of any concern – just a surprise first time around!
We then had a lovely time at the top of the third pool, sitting in the sun and relaxing. Well worth a trip.
Written February 15, 2022
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M@ry
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates83 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Amazing view and experience ! Would highly recommend to take a Tuk-Tim WITH GUIDE to reach the top of the waterfalls. Several tuk tuk drivers are trying to sell you their service but we would definitely recommend to go to the small and lonely family shop which is on the left handside when looking at the waterfall . Their son, Tharindu (0719702456) is such a lovely person . He took us to the waterfall and took great pictures . So nice and genuine person!
Written January 2, 2020
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g3gayathri
Jigani, India48 contributions
Apr 2023
Ultimately good. We hiked through the forest and reached the upper and lower Diyaluma falls. There is a natural pool. When we went the water was more. Our guide helped us to find a safe place to have a bath. He took us with passion and patience . His name is Upendra. He speaks and understand English. We parked our car near the village . From there along with tuktuk to go up and down until the hiking point. He also came with us until the falls. He can be contacted at 0775474725. Our driver got a good deal by talking with him for both tuktuk and being a guide. After bath we changed our wet clothes in his house. Friendly people. I have included his photo with his shop. The falls and the forest just got imprinted into our heart. Beautiful road to the falls and extraordinary hike upto the top of the falls. A must do. But people should restrain from polluting the place with plastics.
Written May 12, 2023
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Jo_unterwegs
Leipzig, Germany22 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
We rented a scooter in Ella and took the 1 hour ride (1:20 to the top) to visit the magnificent waterfall. On the food of it you can take a climb to bath in the pools below the fall. After it you can take another 20 minutes on bad roads to the top. Place your scooter there (100 rupies) and walk over (40 minutes) to the pools to chill. Definitely recommended. It is a day trip.
On the food of the waterfall you can buy water. Bring your food :)
On the food of the waterfall you can buy water. Bring your food :)
Written March 15, 2020
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Rod N
Grafton, Australia90 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Stunning waterfall!! We hired a scooter from Ella and ventured here. At the base guides will try and offer services to the top. This is easily achievable without their services if you are adventurous. They said a scooter will not make it to where the climb starts, we made it with ease. The trek is somewhat difficult depending on fitness. Would allow minimum 3 hours round trip. But more would be preferable. We spent 4 or so up and down
Written January 11, 2020
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NWilson
Dubai, United Arab Emirates42 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
We drove to the bottom of the waterfall by car, it’s beautiful to see. Lots of people just stop there ....... not us!
We then took a tuk tuk as far as possible as the road becomes non-drivable. The tuk tuk driver became our walking guide to the top of the fall and to another hidden waterfall you cannot see from the road.
The hike is approx 30-40 minutes with varied difficulty. Honestly do it!!
Wow wow wow it is just simply stunning.
There were no tourists up there, when we went, only local kids and us swimming and playing in the falls. One of my favourite experiences of Sri Lanka and travelling the world. So so lucky to have such an experience
We then took a tuk tuk as far as possible as the road becomes non-drivable. The tuk tuk driver became our walking guide to the top of the fall and to another hidden waterfall you cannot see from the road.
The hike is approx 30-40 minutes with varied difficulty. Honestly do it!!
Wow wow wow it is just simply stunning.
There were no tourists up there, when we went, only local kids and us swimming and playing in the falls. One of my favourite experiences of Sri Lanka and travelling the world. So so lucky to have such an experience
Written January 3, 2020
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Wes
11 contributions
Mar 2022 • Couples
Nice place, good view but from the bottom. It’s an easy access to the top but the local guides tell you that you need them as you may get lost in the jungle - not true. Just follow the crowd ;) on the top will just see „bloggers” taking solo pictures in the basin and the rock wall of the pool painted with tourist initialls. You can leave that view out. Being caught in the rain will only get things worse.
Written March 20, 2022
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Bram D
2 contributions
Jan 2020 • Couples
Today we visited the amazing diyaluma falls. For this trip we stayed in the nice town Wellayama, from this place it's a short trip (20 minutes by tuktuk) to the diyaluma falls. Wellayama is located 40 minutes from Ella and easy to travel from or to the national parks in the south.
From this town it's also verry easy to visit the buduruwagala rock temple (360Lkr) wich is verry beautifull and not touristic at all!
We stayed at Bindu Homestay and i can higly recommend this place. It's a verry friendly family and he also has his own tuk tuk and car to bring you to all places you want. They will do everething to put a smile on your face, they are great!
From this town it's also verry easy to visit the buduruwagala rock temple (360Lkr) wich is verry beautifull and not touristic at all!
We stayed at Bindu Homestay and i can higly recommend this place. It's a verry friendly family and he also has his own tuk tuk and car to bring you to all places you want. They will do everething to put a smile on your face, they are great!
Written January 4, 2020
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Russell c
Glasgow, UK204 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
We took tuk tuk from haputale 3500lkr
Driver waited on us, however we came back down same way as went up, he was apparently waiting on other side... So make sure you clear this up..
Good 20min walk up to top of falls well worth it what a view.
You won't need a guide path is pretty obvious..
Neraby Town is quaint stop for a nosey around locals are friendly
Driver waited on us, however we came back down same way as went up, he was apparently waiting on other side... So make sure you clear this up..
Good 20min walk up to top of falls well worth it what a view.
You won't need a guide path is pretty obvious..
Neraby Town is quaint stop for a nosey around locals are friendly
Written January 9, 2020
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Randomcupcake
London, UK10 contributions
How far is it from the car park at the top to the top of the pools?
MimiLife
402 contributions
Can we go There for the sunset ?
What time should we leave from Ella ?
bogi246
Germany61 contributions
The ride with a motorbike is about an hour from Ella... drive to Wellawaya and turn on the circle right... stay on this road, you can’t miss it.. I would not go there for sunset. The way ist about up and down is about 40 minutes. I would never hike there in the dark..
Chathuri
Colombo, Sri Lanka15 contributions
How about the depth of the natural swimming pools out there?? And was it safe to swim in bikini ?
SarathSal
Kandy, Sri Lanka176 contributions
you have to be careful and watchful when bathing in Diyaluma , specially in rainy days. Better be well attired when bathing in Diyaluma as it is quite rockie.
Edwin van Grondelle
2 contributions
Is er een toegangsprijs ?
bogi246
Germany61 contributions
No it’s free
shaq_faz99
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Can we camp at Diyaluma Falls?
DilrukshiH
Colombo, Sri Lanka2,692 contributions
I dont think so.
shaq_faz99
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Can we camp at Diyaluma Falls?
BVvdB
The Netherlands585 contributions
I have not seen a camping site nearby. Locations to stay in the neighbourhood vary from very cheap to luxurious from 100 meter to 3 km (Ella).
Da Ron
Croydon, UK343 contributions
Hi
Wondering how far this is Colombo ? What is best way to go see it? Cost ?
Thanks
Any other suggestions for sites or thing to do ,to see are greatly appreciated
Maria Lucia S
Rio de Janeiro, RJ516 contributions
Sorry, were driven in our trip. We were coming from Koslanda and going to Kandy. Colombo was our final destination and we flew there.
The falls are beautiful, but not worth a special visit. If you are passing there it is ok to stop.
Laura W
Derby, UK6 contributions
Any suggestions on cost of a driver or tuktuk from Ella?
Mimiyozz
Falmouth, UK11 contributions
I took a 3 hour tuk tuk journey when I was elsewhere in Sri Lanka. It cost about 5000 rs and it was absolutely fine. Most people go to the falls by taxi but I saw a few came by tuk tuk, or drove themselves.
Eric S
Barcelona, Spain15 contributions
We probably only have time to do either Bambarakanda or Diyaluma on our trip. Bambarakanda would be after World's End, and Diyaluma would be on the way from Ella to the coast. We would be interested in doing a short-ish hike and maybe having a swim... Which one is a better choice? Thanks!
IftekharA-Sep2016
1,571 contributions
Both are good and depends on how much time you have. Diyaluma is nice and you can have a full view from the main road without having to walk at all. Waterfalls is a bit far from the main road but you can dip in the streams that flow out of the waterfalls (that flows underneath the bridge that you can see the falls). On the other hand, if you want to go upto the top, there is a 30 minute hike to the top from a different side/drop off point. You can take a dip on the small water bodies that leads to the waterfall as well.
Bambarakanda is also nice but the trek is longer and the view is nice. Its also closer to the Horton Plains. You can take a dip into the water as well. Going to Bambarakanda is tougher than Diyaluma and the hike is longer as well.
Doing both is ideal, but if you want one with an easier travel AND easier hike to the falls, I would pick Diyaluma. Hope this helps. Hope you enjoy your trip to the beautiful waterfalls, be it Bambarakanda or Diyaluma.
Diyaluma Falls (Koslanda) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
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- Diyaluma Falls is open:
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